Bon Appetit Salary: $75000 - $80000 / year Our Passion is Food! At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people! Job Summary The Catering Executive Chef will lead kitchen operations, ensuring a safe, sanitary, and efficient environment. You’ll oversee meal preparation and quality control for catering services, with an annual volume of $1.5 million to $1.8 million, following corporate guidelines. This role is ideal for an entrepreneurial culinary professional with experience in high-volume catering. Key Responsibilities: + Develop and execute regular and modified menus, ensuring quality, portioning, and presentation standards are met. + Train kitchen staff on food preparation, safety, sanitation, and equipment operation, ensuring compliance with company and regulatory standards. + Manage inventory and supplies within budget, maintaining availability of necessary products. + Oversee cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment and work areas. + Make decisions on leftover food usage according to company guidelines. + Ensure compliance with health and sanitation regulations, supported by successful audits. + Participate in departmental meetings and professional development. Preferred Qualifications: + Associate degree or equivalent experience. + 3-5 years of progressive kitchen management, with catering and high-volume experience preferred. + Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook. + ServSafe certification is preferred. Apply to Bon Appetit today! Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA. Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/) Associates at Bon Appetit are offered many fantastic benefits. + Medical + Dental + Vision + Life Insurance/ AD + Disability Insurance + Retirement Plan + Paid Time Off + Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) + Associate Shopping Program + Health and Wellness Programs + Discount Marketplace + Identity Theft Protection + Pet Insurance + Commuter Benefits + Employee Assistance Program + Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace. Req ID: 1361749 Bon Appetit Tyler Justus